The government has announced £53m of support for vulnerable households who rely on heating oil.
The support will be targeted to help low-income households in rural communities affected by the recent surge in costs.
The additional funding will be distributed by local authorities via the Crisis and Resilience Fund, which comes into effect on 1 April and replaces the temporary Household Support Fund.
Locally, the fund will be administered by Essex County Council.
If help is needed before the Crisis and Resilience Fund starts in April, residents can apply to
Essex County Council’s Household Support Fund for help.